Top tracks — play these first
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WORLD QUEST — This track encapsulates the album's energetic vibe with its driving beat and uplifting lyrics, reflecting themes of adventure and exploration.
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恋祭り — With its infectious melody and festive spirit, this song represents the joyful essence of summer celebrations in Japan, making it a standout among the tracks.
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Dance in the dark — This track combines electronic elements with smooth vocals, showcasing NEWS's versatility while inviting listeners to embrace freedom and self-expression through dance.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady flow for dancing
- infectious rhythms for celebration
- vibrant melodies uplift mood
- for group enjoyment
Maybe skip if you
- seekers of deep introspection
- prefer slow, minimalistic sounds
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released on July 17, 2013, 'News' marked NEWS's return to the music scene following a two-year hiatus. This album came after their previous release, 'Color', and showcased their evolution in sound and style as they redefined their identity within the J-pop genre.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Chvrches· Muna· Empire of the Sun
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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CRY
The bridge shifts into a contemplative reflection on love lost, incorporating a sense of yearning that contrasts with the upbeat tempo of earlier sections.
This moment highlights emotional depth, breaking from the album's primarily lively tone to reveal vulnerability and complexity in relationships.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 〜compass〜 1:46
- 2 WORLD QUEST 3:31
- 3 4+FAN 3:22
- 4 渚のお姉サマー 4:21
- 5 ポコポンペコーリャ 3:57
- 6 恋祭り 4:16
- 7 Greedier 4:08
- 8 ベサメ・ムーチョ〜狂おしいボレロ〜 3:49
- 9 チャンカパーナ 4:22
- 10 Dance in the dark 4:09
- 11 HIGHER GROUND 3:22
- 12 フルスイング 4:28
- 13 CRY 4:56
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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